Glamour Of Sri Lanka 7 Days

Glamour Of Sri Lanka 7 Days

Week in Paradise is a trip for those who appreciate true beauty of landscapes, unique culture and hill Country. Explore the cultural marvels in Sigiriya. Visit the lush green tea estates of the hill country. Wander around the plains of Hill Country and also witness the beauty of Bentota by using the places such as Kosgoda turtle Hatchery and Whale Watching in Mirissa. Bask in the marvels of Minneriya by going on a safari. Have a truly Sri Lankan experience with a cup of Ceylon Tea or fresh King Coconuts. A tour of immense charm.

Itinerary

Day 1: AIRPORT - SIGIRIYA

Pass By: Bandaranaike International Airport, Canada Friendship Rd, කටුනායක 11450, Sri Lanka
Meet & Greet your Professional Guide at Bandaranayake International Airport (CMB) or your hotel in Sri Lanka to start the Tour,
Your Guide will help you to buy sim cards and exchange local currency

Stop At: Kegalle, Kegalle, Sabaragamuwa Province
Head off to Sigiriya and en route via Kegalle,
Experience Sri Lanka's renowed Spices inside a manmade forest with a free 10mins head massage.
Enriched with herbs, spice groves and plants with fragrant greenery shading from the tropical trees that enlightens the unique aroma of each spice and herb. We give the opportunity for our visitors to explore and gain knowledge on Sri Lankan spices, herbs and the benefits of Ayurveda. The tropical climate in which our plants and herbs are grown helps them preserve its ancient originality. The educational tour around the garden, which we call “The Spice Tour”, let the visitors feel the sensation of the Sri Lankan spices and herbs which is demonstrated in different foreign languages to suit our customer need.
Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Minneriya National Park, Maradankadawala-Habarana-Thirukkondaiadimadu Highway, 50150 Sri Lanka
Prepare to "GET WILD",
Go on a Jungle Safari at Minneriya National Park.
This three-hour safari takes you on a ride through the Minneriya National Park. Enjoy the sight of over 150 elephants congregating in one place during the famous Great Elephant Gathering, which happens in the dry season between May to October. In addition to elephants, get a chance to also see many mammals, birds, reptiles and amphibians in the scrublands, forests and other areas.
Duration: 3 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight stay at 3-4 Star Hotel

Day 2: SIGIRIYA - RITIGALA - SIGIRIYA

Stop At: Ritigala Forest Monastery, Anuradhapura Sri Lanka
Ritigala is an ancient Buddhist monastery and mountain in Sri Lanka. The ruins and rock inscriptions of the monastery date back to 1st century BCE.Ritigala mountain range consists of four peaks of which the main and the highest peak at the south of the range is named Ritigala Kanda. Ritigala mountain range, a 1,528 ha (3,780 acres) Strict Nature Reserve, in the Dry Zone of Sri Lanka, is managed by the Department of Wildlife of Sri Lanka together with the Forest Department of Sri Lanka.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Sigiriya Craft Village, Kimbissa, Sigiriya Sri Lanka
Experience the way of Ancient living and Culture in Sri Lanka by a Village Safari,

You will be Riding a Tuk Tuk, Going on a Bullock Cart, Tasting the Traditional Sri Lankan Foods by Preparing it, Riding a Catamaron in a lake and see how people stayed overnight at Tree House to get rid the Elephants which comes to eat Paddy
Duration: 2 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight stay at 3-4 Star Hotel

Day 3: SIGIRIYA - DAMBULLA - MAHIYANGANAYA

Stop At: Sigiriya The Ancient Rock Fortress, Sigiriya 21120 Sri Lanka
Visit the World Unesco Listed Lion Rock,
Lion Rock in Sigiriya is one of the most popular landmarks to visit during a route through Sri Lanka. The natural phenomenon is an enormous (200m) square shaped rock that looks like it’s placed there. Lion Rock is one of the eight UNESCO World Heritage sights and is a must visit in Sri Lanka.

Prepare yourself for a little challenge and conquer the 1200+ steps to the top.This is an absolute must do in Sri Lanka! The climb is marked with good paths and stairs. The start at the terraces gardens gives you the most impressive perspective of the rock.

During your way up to a breather at Sigiriya Frescoes (old wall drawings), mirror wall and at the lion claws carved out of the rock which is right before the last climb.

Once arrived at the top of Lion Rock enjoy the incredible 360 degrees view over the whole area. Every corner has its own unique view. Try to spot some areas you have just visited.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Dambulla Royal Cave Temple, Kandy - Jaffna Highway, Dambulla 21100 Sri Lanka
Drive to Mahiyanganaya (Vedda Village) enroute via Dambulla Cave Temples,
Enter the historic caves of the Golden Temple of Dambulla, dating back to the 1st century BC. View the ancient murals depicting the life story of Lord Gautama Buddha. Look at the hundreds of figurines of Buddha and other deities scattered throughout the five main caves. Visit the Cave of the Divine King, Cave of the Great King and the Great New Monastery. See the giant golden Buddha Statue just a little distance outside the cave complex.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Mahiyanganaya, Sri Lanka
The indigenous people in Sri Lanka are called the Vedda community. Throughout the centuries these endearing people have proudly retained their unique ways of life. Their communities are truly quite beautiful and interesting. When you visit them you will learn how to appreciate the simpler things of life for sure! Their lives are wonderfully intertwined with nature. They have mastered the art of creating life without creating chaos in nature.
Duration: 2 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight stay at 3-4 Star Hotel

Day 4: MAHIYANGANAYA - KANDY

Stop At: Udawattekele Sanctuary, Lovers Walk, Kandy 20000 Sri Lanka
Head towards Kandy enroute via Udawattekele Sanctuary,
Udawatta Kele, is a historic forest reserve on a hill-ridge in the city of Kandy. It is 104 hectares (257 acres) large. During the days of the Kandyan kingdom, Udawattakele was known as "Uda Wasala Watta" in Sinhalese meaning "the garden above the royal palace". The sanctuary is famous for its extensive avifauna. The reserve also contains a great variety of plant species, especially lianas, shrubs and small trees. There are several giant lianas. Many of small and medium size mammals that inhabit Sri Lanka can be seen here.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Temple of the Tooth, Sri Dalada Maligawa, Sri Dalada Veediya, Kandy 20000 Sri Lanka
Visit the Temple of the Tooth Relic a UNESCO World Heritage Site which was built in the 16th century as the place of veneration and protection for Lord Buddha’s sacred tooth. Walk through the beautifully embellished passageways and elaborately painted halls, done in red, cream and black. Lounge against delicately carved pillars and get amazed by the beautiful golden statues. Get an unforgettable experience of history and art.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Sorborn Gems & Jewellery KANDY, 645 William Gopallawa Mawatha, Kandy, Sri Lanka
Visit a Gem Museum. Sri Lankan Gem has a big history where the name "RATNA DEEPA" (Gem Island) was called to Sri Lanka. Explore a Gemmological Museum and see the History of Gems with Cutting and Polishing

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Kandy Lake Club - Cultural Dance Show, 7 Sangamitta Mawatha, Kandy 20000 Sri Lanka
Experience the Cultural Dance Show,
The Kandy Cultural Show gives an opportunity to experience some of the traditions of Sri Lanka. Enjoy this hour long extravaganza as some of the most popular art forms of the island take to the stage. Get wowed by fire dancers and sword dancers. Watch the colorful Kandyan dancers take to the air to the thrumming primal beat of the drums.

Duration: 1 hour

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight stay at 3-4 Star Hotel

Day 5: KANDY - BANDARAWELA

Stop At: Bandarawela, Bandarawela, Uva Province
Take the World's Scenic Train Ride from Kandy to Bandarawela.
Sit back and enjoy the Scenic Journey through misty mountains and Tea Plantations,
Your Guide will wait for you at Bandarawela Railway Station with your bags
Duration: 3 hours

Stop At: Dambatenne Tea Factory, Haputale-Dambethanna Rd, Haputale 90160 Sri Lanka
Experience the Tea Plucking at a Tea Plantation then proceed to a Tea Factory and see how Pure Ceylon Tea are prepared
Duration: 1 hour

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight stay at 3-4 Star Hotel

Day 6: BANDARAWELA - MIRISSA

Stop At: Lipton’s Seat, Haputale 90160 Sri Lanka
The Lipton’s Seat lookout is one of Sri Lanka's most impressive viewpoints (unless it's misty and cloudy of course, which is why early morning is the best time to visit). The Scottish tea baron Sir Thomas Lipton used to survey his burgeoning empire from here, and today it's said you can see across emerald hills and tea estates to no fewer than seven different provinces.
Duration: 2 hours

Pass By: Mirissa Beach, Mirissa 81740 Sri Lanka
Head towards Mirissa with beautiful backdrops and Waterfall views.

Once you reach Mirissa,
Visit the Stilt Fishermen Experience

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight stay at 3-4 Star Hotel

Day 7: MIRISSA - AIRPORT

Stop At: Mirissa, Mirissa, Southern Province
Early morning Whale Watching in a Luxury Cruise to see Hump Back Whales, Killer Whales, Sharks & Dolphins.

Sit back and enjoy the Whales playing while you have your breakfast at the Cruise.
Duration: 4 hours

Pass By: Bandaranaike International Airport, Canada Friendship Rd, කටුනායක 11450, Sri Lanka
Head back to Airport with a stop at Turtle Hatchery and end your beautiful Tour of 7 Days with us

Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.